My wife and I started our babymoon at Nada. It was a great experience! Due to the hit play Chicago going on next door, our table wasn't ready until 15 minutes after our reservation. The Nada team more than made up for this minor inconvenience. We received 2 free appetizers and a free dessert! The food was so delicious, especially the guac. We also really liked the chicken quesadillas. They even gave us a free onesie for our little one! Service above and beyond! What went wrong? Nada! read more

The ambiance is cool here. Upscale decor. The food was very good however it was pretty expensive for tacos. The Al pastor tacos were well seasoned but they were lukewarm by the time they got to our table. I loved the queso but definitely wished there was more of it. The kale Caesar appeared to be literally kale and dressing but the dressing was really good and it was larger than I expected. There was a mixup with auto gratuity but our server explained and apologized, so all was well. I'd come here for a date night! read more

Nada - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Visiting my Niece, she really wanted to show us her favorite Mexican. Being from Las Vegas, I was skeptical of how well Ohio could do Mexican cuisine, however this place did not disappoint!! We all ordered a Mexican beer to start and some Chips with 3 salsas. These salsas that are clearly house made were amazing. I ordered by recommendation the Chicken enchiladas and Hub went with the Chicken tacos that came with rice and beans...the beans were life changing good! The food was so good and spicy...I was in shock that food could be done this well. Our server was so amazing...he kept us filled with water and offered us a refill on chips and salsa... I will be back here for sure if I ever return....very VERY good! read more

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NAPA is a sophisticated, upscale, Latin restaurant in Downtown Cincinnati. We had lunch at 11:45 on Sunday and the restaurant was just starting to livin up. They have an outside, downstairs and an upstairs dining area. Plus adorable bar right when you walk in. The food was good, the street corn and fried plantains were by far my favorite of everything we ordered. Definitely both worth a try. Prices are similar to most other restaurants in the area (not gross but, high). Most portions are average to small and sides are ordered separately. We enjoyed the stop. Would love this as a date night and cocktails evening. read more

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They have redone the menu from my last visit a few years ago. Drinks are normal pricing since it's next to the Aronoff. They have tacos, Enchiladas, Quesadillas, Burritos and more. Sauces were very good. We sat outside which was nice accept for the annoying guy trying to play music on garbage cans. I lost my seafood Enchilada picture but it was very good. read more

Went to Nada before an Aronoff show on a Saturday. Wait: no wait with reservations Atmosphere: sat outside, street noise, people rushing by Cleanliness: 9/10 read more

Nada - Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Great service and nice menu . I think it offers a vibe and nice setup for groups with attentiveness in service over an authentic tex-mex fusion but the food is pretty good if you are ok with price point. read more

Fantastic spot in Cincy! Went with a group and had most of the appetizer menu. Standouts were the ceviche and the brussel sprouts - never expected that to be the standout but our group could not get enough! Their cauliflower tacos were fantastic - a lighter option with incredibly season and well cooked vegetables. I also subbed the rice and beans for street corn , highly recco paying the upcharge and swapping out your sides! The staff was very attentive and took great care of our large group. Made it easy for all of us and gave great recommendations on what to order! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for fresh, Mexican food in a fun setting in Cincy. read more

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If you love a skinny margarita this is your place! They have the best margaritas and the menu is amazing. Can't go wrong with the chicken enchilada and the birria flauta. Also, super cute inside with really great music! read more

Nada - Potted plants are displayed on black metal racks mounted on a vibrant, floral-patterned wallpaper background. - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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I've been to Cincinnati exactly two times in my life, and on both visits I went to Nada. I remember going in 2018 and loving it and many years later the quality of the food and friendliness of the wait staff were exactly the same. The ambiance is also great - I love the decor inside and all of the plants/decor outside were beautiful. We tried the following: - Baja Style Fish Taco - Baja Style Shrimp Taco - Chicken Al Carbon Taco - Carne Asada Taco - Grilled Street Corn - Crispy Potatoes - Churros It's rare to try so many things on the menu and every single thing be phenomenal but Nada somehow manages to accomplish that. What was cool was that we could order the street corn and crispy potatoes as sides to our tacos so we didn't need to order full appetizers to try these dishes. I was confident we would have to pack some food to take home, but we ended up finishing it all at the restaurant before we hit the road for the next leg of our roadtrip. read more

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If you are in the mood for good Mexican food go to Nada! The guacamole appetizer and chips were a great start. We We were seated upstairs where we enjoyed a fun vibe yet we were able to easily talk at our table. The chicken roasted fajita was cooked to perfection. Street parking is easy to navigate and the wait staff was attentive the whole time! read more

Nada - Chicken roasted fajitas - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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We stopped in for an early dinner before a show at the Aronoff Center. For me, I cannot come here and not get a margarita. As always, the margaritas were on point! Honestly, the best downtown IMO. We went off script and got the Kale Caesar salad (it's a pleasant surprise!) and shared chicken fajitas. Both were outstanding! Service was right on time. We did not feel rushed despite a large crowd waiting to be seated. Honestly, not making the diner feel rushed is a lost art these days. Reservations are definitely your best bet. read more

Had a wonderful experience last weekend at Nada. We had a larger party and the service was excellent given the size of the party. The queso and salsa trio was a great starter, and the chicken tacos were amazing. Very lively atmosphere here too. read more

This was the group dinner for my coworkers and myself. I came here from a suggestion from my friend who lives in the area. She sated it's an oldie but goodie as they are consistent in their food and drinks. So I suggested it to my coworkers, and we ended up getting reservations. I ordered carne asada tacos and split one of 3 with my other coworker who ordered the chicken al carbon tacos. We also ordered grilled street corn, chips & salsa trio, and O.G. Guacamole. I ordered a personal order of pickled cucumber salad. The drinks were nice as well. I also ordered churros for dessert that I split with everyone the food was so delicious. read more

The grapefruit margarita was excellent! Everything else was ok. We tried the salsa trio (verde was definitely the best) but the chips were hard to eat because they were so flimsy. The guacamole was ok and the cheese dip was a pass. Very few vegetarian options. The crispy potatoes were very sweet and cold. The husband got chicken enchiladas (a specialty ‍) and said they were ok but nothing special. Surprised this restaurant had been recuse often to us. read more

Nada - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

We dined at Nada one evening before seeing Grinch the Musical at the Aronoff. Despite being very busy with other Aronoff guests also dining at Nada, our service was quick and friendly, and our server was extremely patient and attentive. For an appetizer, four of us shared an order of Crispy Brussel Sprouts and Chips and Salsa. Both were quite delicious. The chips tasted homemade and the variety of salsas were also quite unique and tasty. I even liked the spicier of the salsas, and I typically don't like anything spicy. For my entree I ordered the Braised Chicken Enchiladas. Oh my! I have never tasted Enchiladas quite like these. I thoroughly enjoyed each and every bite! The Sangria Blanco I ordered as my beverage also deserves a shout-out. My husband even liked it, and he doesn't typically go for Sangria. I cannot wait to return. The next time you're in town, I highly recommend you dine at Nada. If pairing your meal with a show at the Aronoff, it would be best to make a reservation. Bon Appétit! read more

Nada - Crispy Brussels Sprouts...yum! And a great size to share with friends! - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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I am not wearing the same rosy-colored glasses I had on the last time I was here (I've eaten a lot more food in several more major cities, plus I didn't have brunch this time around). But service was still great. Michael M. kept the margaritas flowing and made sure my table stayed clean. I had the world famous braised chicken enchiladas. These were objectively good, just not my thing because I'm not a rice fan. I should have gotten the fajitas or the fajita quesadilla. I had the queso, as we did last time, and it's still hot, cheesy, and creamy. I also had the crispy potatoes again, but this time they seemed a little sweet. I think that's a change in MY palate, not in the quality of the dish. I had the supreme margarita, the pineapple mojito, the pink grapefruit margarita, and the mezcal margarita. The supreme and mezcal were my favorites and they had a more classic flavor profile. The other two weren't bad, but were a little sweet. Other menu offerings: jalapeño cheddar cornbread, ceviche, crispy brussels sports, guacamole, and tacos (I didn't have tacos because I didn't want to make a mess that day). Not crowded on a Monday (and really one of the only downtown restaurants open mid-day on Monday). Nice patio. Music not too loud. Seated immediately by a friendly host. Maybe not wearing those rosy glasses anymore, but would still say this is a solid basic Mexican and marg spot. read more

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Super cute vibe inside. Cozy and eclectic. I wish you could order the tacos ala carte, so that I could have tried the cauliflower, but went with the mahi tacos which was tasty. I also enjoyed that you could switch out the rice and beans side for a cucumber salad. My mezcal margarita was good, although not very mezcal-y. read more

I was looking for a late dinner in downtown Cincinnati and was in the mood for something spicy. A quick search resulted in Nada coming up. Here's my take on the experience: Quality of food: Great. I started out by getting the Chips & Salsa trio that came with fire-roasted tomato ancho salsa, serrano salsa verde, and habanero "kreeper" salsa. The chips were freshly fried and the salsas tasted very fresh with varying degrees of heat. For the entree, I got their sizzling chicken fajitas that came with lettuce, cheese, pico de gallo, guacamole, lime crema, ancho salsa, and Ancho-Crusted Chicken Breast. I love the peppers and onions that come with fajitas and Nada had it perfectly seasoned. Décor: kinda cool. The place felt very modern inside and the food tasted authentic. Cleanliness: good. The tables and the bar area were being kept clean. Service: great. Our server happily explained us the menu and kept checking on us just at the right frequency. Price: reasonable. The chips & salsa trio was $7 and the chicken fajitas was $25. If you're up for some really good Mexican food that's right in downtown Cincinnati at a modern looking place then checkout Nada. read more

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I have heard such great things about this place and we finally made it in tonight. Great atmosphere and friendly staff. The chips guacamole and queso were fantastic. The margaritas were fair. I had the world's greatest chicken enchilada it was ok. Fun place but I would struggle to go back with so many great places close by. If you want Mexican and in the area worth a trip in read more

Nada - Worlds greatest chicken enchilada seems a bit overstated but a very solid enchilada that I enjoyed - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

We visited Nada for the first time while in town celebrating our daughter's birthday, and it did not disappoint! The food was so good from start to finish. We kicked things off with a pitcher of margaritas and a glass of sangria, which were both great choices. For food, we ordered the chips and salsa trio, pork al pastor tacos, Baja shrimp tacos, and the braised chicken enchiladas. Everything was flavorful and delicious -- it was hard to pick a favorite. Our server, Jordan P., was fantastic. He was very patient while we decided what to order, offered helpful suggestions, and answered all of our questions. The ambiance was lively and fun, which made the whole experience even better. read more

Came here with a group of 6 on a Tuesday night and had a great time. We arrived a little early so sat at the bar for a cocktail first. The restaurant is actually a lot bigger on the inside than it looks and there is plenty of seating. We shared some apps of guac and Brussel sprouts which were both good but the enchiladas are where the food really shined. Most of our party got the chicken enchiladas and I got the seafood one. They were both really really delicious. A few of us also got fajitas which looked tasty as well. If you're looking for a trendy Mexican restaurant in the downtown/OTR area, check this place out! read more

Were frequent fliers at Nada and I can't believe it's taken me this long to review! Whether we're downtown for a show or visiting a museum, Nada is the perfect stop for lunch or dinner. Family friendly or upscale, whatever you need to fit the occasion, you'll find it here. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu, it's all delicious! read more

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Let's be clear: this is a Taco Bell with aspirations. Astounding how long they have lasted. But there's the secret: Location, Location, Location. Relocate this joint anywhere else and they wouldn't last one weekend. The food is generic. The drink selection is mediocre. The staff are either untrained or lethargic. The sanitation and cleanliness are afterthoughts. But if you want to put something on your stomach before a show, this is your place. A sit-down hot-dog cart. But only just. read more

Best Mexican food I've had in Ohio! Being a West Coast transplant, the Mexican food here has been a major disappointment, until now. The fresh tortilla chips and guacamole were a great start. The jalapeño cheddar cornbread (mini muffins) with the whipped butter, honey, and flaky salt were little bites of heaven. The al pastor taco flavors were poppin'! Even the refried black beans and verde rice tasted amazing. And the three cheese enchiladas with ancho gravy that my hubby let me sample...omg! The best cheese enchiladas I've ever tasted at a restaurant. I'm gonna order those next time! Beautiful restaurant and warm vibe with friendly, helpful staff. If you want to an elevated Mexican restaurant experience, this is it. read more

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On November 29th, I took my fiancée to Nada for lunch; since it was her birthday weekend. I have been to this restaurant before in 2018 for a college field trip. She wanted to give it a try since I'm always talking about this restaurant. I got the Caramelized Cauliflower taco with black beans and rice and the fiancée got Chicken Al Carbon tacos with black beans and rice. I don't remember what I got back in 2018, but the food was good last time and it was even better this time. read more

Nada in Cincinnati has amazing flavor and great service, every dish bursts with creativity and great seasoning. The only downside is the portion size, it's on the smaller side, especially considering the higher prices. Still, the food itself is delicious enough that I'd go back, just maybe not when I'm super hungry. read more

Nada - O.G. Guacamole - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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We seem to be hitting a lot of restaurants offering tacos and Nada was next on our list. Nada looks great inside and out. We enjoyed our dinner and I'd like to come back when the weather supports eating al fresco. That said, the holiday decorations were fabulous. Though christmas was over a month away, the vibe was very festive. We sat upstairs. Our table was the first on the pathway from the stairs to most of the other tables upstairs. It didn't bother us, but it seemed our waiter felt he was in the way. We started with the chips and salsa trio. The mild sauce was delicious. The jalapeño sauce (green) was very good, but quite runny. The hottest of the three was also quite good. The flavor was fantastic, but the heat lingered. That said, though I'm not a fan of spicy, I found it very tasty. I ordered the pork belly tacos. Though a little messy, the flavor was fantastic. Pork belly tacos were on the "Specials" menu. Apparently Nada used to carry them all the time, but now they are seasonal. If you go and they are available, I highly recommend them. Of all the tacos we've had lately, I thought these were the best. Mark ordered the 'World Famous' Braised Chicken Enchiladas. He said they were excellent. He can sometimes be persnickety, which is fair. If something isn't great, he says so. The fact he commented on how good this dish was is high praise indeed. We shared the Tres Leches for dessert. It was sweet, but not too sweet. The cinnamon almonds were the sweetest thing in the dish and were the perfect compliment to the chiffon cake and berries. We'll come back for sure. read more

In the heart of downtown, Nada is a trendy Mexican restaurant with a very fun vibe. The environment was elegant without being stuffy and the staff were extremely friendly and accommodating. Starting off, the chips and salsa sampler was fantastic with addicting chips and flavorful, unique salsas. They also came with unlimited refills which is great for sharing! The fish tacos were very tasty although a bit too expensive and the cheese enchiladas were decent but nothing to write home about. The mac and cheese was great as well. I can't wait to go back and try other parts of the menu! read more

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We've been trying to get to Nada for years and it was definitely worth the wait! The service was super quick and the restaurant had a nice energy. The patio looked great but had a wait, so we opted to eat inside (we had a reservation, and I'd recommend one). We started with queso and cornbread. The cornbread was pretty good with the sweet/salty combo of honey and corn and salt and jalapeno, but the absolute standout was the chips that came with the queso. I could have eaten a whole basket of them plain. (The queso was excellent too!) I had the Baja fish tacos with the crispy mahi. They were great with the right amount of pickled onions and crunch, but I would have liked a little more of the sauce. My husband had the carne asada tacos with a few updates, including mac and cheese instead of the normal rice and beans. He loved it all; the mac and cheese was especially good. He also had a pineapple mojito which was very good but, of course, sweeter than a normal mojito. read more

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6/16/24 I came here with my husband, met up with my father in law, his wife and my sister in law. Not only to celebrate my husband's birthday but also Father's Day. Nada restaurant was a delight! The service was outstanding and the food arrived quickly. The beautiful ambiance set the perfect tone. We couldn't get enough of the tasting trio dipping sauce with our tortilla chips, so delicious and flavorful. I ordered the world-famous braised chicken enchiladas with cucumber salad, and an order of churro donuts and it was all phenomenal. They even provided a taco divider for leftovers. Excellent food and service--highly recommended! read more

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I'm visiting from California. It's been my experience that no place other than Mexican border states have restaurants that serve authentic tasting Mexican food. Not Montana, not Washington, not Oregon. So the challenge here is to find a non-border state that has a Mexican restaurant that serves authentic tasting Mexican food. A colleague tried Nada and said it was passable. so I gave it a try. One thing that struck me about Cincinnati and Mexican food: no one heats up the tortilla. The Duke Convention Center served Mexican food on occasion and NEVER heated up the tortillas. Imagine! I ordered the 3-taco entree. I avoided the al pastor because it came with pineapple. I thought about the carne asada, but I never know whether the establishment does anything about gristle. Chicken is difficult to mess up, so I ordered the chicken tacos, that came with black refried beans and Mexican rice. Not bad. Perfect, if those tortillas had been warmed up. We sat at the bar because the hostesses told us that the bar patrons get served quicker. Restrooms are upstairs. If you have a short skirt, be ready to show your underwear to the patrons below if you need to go upstairs. There is ample seating outside and inside. It's a good place for groups to meet. I'm from out of town, so I can't tell you about car parking. read more

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Very good Mexican. Service was fast, but food and drinks were slow coming out. Food and drink were good. Had the chicken and the seafood enchiladas. Also had a delicious margarita. Not sure which one it was, but I asked for something top shelf and was not disappointed. read more

Nada - Seafood enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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This location is huge! There's tables and bar seating downstairs with outdoor seating as well. Upstairs there's a bar, booths and tables. We went before the opening day game and were sat right away. There's a smaller menu but options for children and adults. You can pick and choose which tacos you want in the 2 selection of tacos. The trio of salsa was so delicious with different flavors. I added it to my mahi tacos which added more taste. read more

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We had an amazing time at Nada last night. From the food to the service - it was all great! We walked from our hotel to Nada around 5:00pm on Friday. We were greeted & quickly seated when we walked in. Our server was Ben. He was the best! Super friendly & had great recommendations when we couldn't make a decision. We started with the guacamole (per Ben's rec). It did not disappoint. It was flavorful & fresh. The homemade chips were also great. I definitely recommend it. We also ordered the Baja fish tacos with mahi and a side of brussel sprouts. The tacos were delicious. The pieces of fish were large which we appreciated. And those Brussels? Out of this world good! We loved our experience here & cannot wait to go back next time we are in town! read more

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One entire wall is lined with windows, and on a sunny day it gives an amazing view of the Contemporary art center. Before I even get to the food, the vibrant ecclectic decor won me over. Contemporary art paired with bright florals and lighting make this a great brunch spot. Our server was prompt and food and drinks were quick. The spicy margarita was not just lined on the rim with Tajin, the liquid has some kind of interesting kick as well. Ceviche with plantain chips?! What a funky, delicious delight. The jalapeño cornbread was crisp on the outside, soft on the inside and drizzled with honey. Perfection for cornbread that will not be the standard I measure all others against. Each set of tacos comes with three tacos and rice and beans, but they allowed us to substitute the rice and beans for street corn as a side which was an excellent choice! We tried carne asada, the fish tacos, caramelized cauliflower and pork el pastor. Everyone agreed the cauliflower and fish tacos were our favorites...but all had their unique kick. They have layered creamy lime, pickled onions and pineapples in different ways with each meat making each choice of taco a unique experience. Great experience for a girls day out brunch. Note: we had a party of six and they added a 20% gratuity to the bill so pay attention. They also take reservations. read more

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This review is for April 17th '24 I ordered the salsa, queso, chile-mango margarita, mezcal margarita, and pork Al pastor tacos with the crispy potato's instead of the rice and beans from their lunch menu. I sat outside since it was a very nice day today, and my server was very friendly, accommodating, & patient with me. Everything was very tasty. The only few side eyes that I have are for the portions with the salad and queso. The portions are extremely tiny so be prepared for that. I've never really had small portions of dips from a Mexican restaurant, but they were both flavorful so that made up for it a little. The pork al pastor tacos were good, not as flavorful as I would have hoped but they were still good. The chile mango and mezcal margarita were both very tasty too! Over my experience was definitely an 8 out of 10 and will have to try other items on their lunch menu and possibly dinner as well. read more

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Had the food was excellent and the staff was great keeping our drinks full and making sure everything was good. Loved the decor of the dining area along with the music read more

SEVEN WORDS: Upscale, Boutique-Style Fusion / Expensive but Done Well. . Nadal is a Niche Restaurant, with a Full Day of Dining Options. The Menu leans towards American Comfort Food, but every dish has a Bobby Flay-Level Twist. Our Appetizers, "Crispy Brussels" are a perfect example of that: A Cluster of 6 Brussel Sprouts were piled into a small iron skillet,paid with Chopped Broccoli, drizzled with Oil and a Rich lacquer of Balsamic Viniagrette flash grilled in a high-heat oven (likely a Salamnder, for those in the Know), and topped off with Red Wine vinegar Cabbage Fries. . It was INSANELY GOOD. . Our Entree was a Shared dish, since we wanted to eat very light - and we ordered the Tacos dish. It included two delicate tacos, situated on two soft tortillas, both the size of Silver Dollar Pancakes. Quite A Bit Small for a $17 Entree. . And, Yes...in 2024, that may sound somewhat reqsonable...but that size. It is unreasonable for ANY Entree. . So...$37 for One Phenomenal Appetizer, One Good Enree, and Two Sodas. That's just not 5-Star. Sorry, Guys, but it just Falls Short. . Too Bad, because those Brussels...Phenomenal. I recommend shopping for a better deal - or the Sous Chef wgphispering in the F&B Managers Ear to Size up to 3 tacos, and re-price the Tacos to $7/piece: $21. . But...As Is...Four Stars.. read more

Nada - Crispy Brussels - Roasted Brussels sprouts are served with a yellow sauce and garnished with pickled red onions. - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I have wanted to visit Nada for a while - ever since I spotted it's fun, colorful outdoor patio! I was not disappointed visiting!! The inside is just as festive, with fun furniture and an upstairs eating area. You might want to book a reservation if you're coming on a night or weekend. We came on a Thursday night and we're able to snag a high top table without a reservation. My friend got the fajitas and I got the tacos and we split some chips and queso. All was DELICIOUS. With the fajitas you'll almost certainly have leftovers. I could've ate all three tacos with the appetite I had that night. It's a little pricier, but it is downtown and a nicer restaurant. Our server was very nice. read more

Nada - Fajitas - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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